Udvalg for Kliniske Undersøgelser Side Effect Rating Scale (UKU)

The UKU is a clinician-administered tool used to assess the presence and severity of side effects from psychotropic medications. It helps in identifying and quantifying the impact of side effects on patients.

Overview

The UKU is used to assess the presence and severity of side effects from psychotropic medications.

TARGET POPULATION

Adults

NUMBER OF ITEMS

48

TIME TO COMPLETE

20-30

minutes

FORMAT

Clinician-administered

Scoring and Interpretation

Scoring Method: Each item is scored on a 0-3 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Interpretation: Higher total scores indicate greater severity and impact of side effects.

Psychometric Properties

Reliability: High inter-rater reliability (Kappa = 0.85)

Validity: Validated through numerous studies correlating UKU scores with clinical assessments of side effects.

Clinical Usage

Administration Instructions: Administered by a clinician.

Frequency: Used at initial assessment and periodically to monitor symptoms.

Use Cases: Used in clinical and research settings to assess and monitor side effects from psychotropic medications.

Research and References
Lingjaerde, O., Ahlfors, U. G., Bech, P., Dencker, S. J., & Elgen, K. (1987). The UKU side effect rating scale. A new comprehensive rating scale for psychotropic drugs and a cross-sectional study of side effects in neuroleptic-treated patients. Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica Supplementum, 334, 1-100.

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Udvalg for Kliniske Undersøgelser Side Effect Rating Scale (UKU) FAQS

What is the UKU used for?

The UKU is used to assess the presence and severity of side effects from psychotropic medications.

How is the UKU scored?

Each item is scored on a 0-3 scale, with higher scores indicating greater severity.

Who uses the UKU?

It is typically administered by clinicians.

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